dig·ni·ty 
(dĭgnĭ-tē)
(dĭgnĭ-tē)n. pl. dig·ni·ties
1. The quality or state of being worthy of esteem or respect.
2. Inherent nobility and worth: the dignity of honest labor.
3.
a. Poise and self-respect.
b. Stateliness and formality in manner and appearance.
4. The respect and honor associated with an important position.
5. A high office or rank.
6. dignities The ceremonial symbols and observances attached to high office.
7. Archaic A dignitary.
[Middle English dignite, from Old French, from Latin dignitās, from dignus, worthy; see dek- in the Appendix of Indo-European roots.]